Rescissions must be approved by congress, not done by fiat

On June 11, 2025, a coalition of organizations underscored the appropriate way for the White House to request a reduction in already appropriated spending is through a rescission request to Congress, subject to review and approval by the legislature. The coalition further urged the White House to avoid methods that sidestep the First Branch of government.

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